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Disability Federation of Ireland
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National support organisation for voluntary #disability groups. RT is not necessarily an endorsement.
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Ireland’s first National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People is a big step forward, but will it deliver real change?

Our new Plain English Brief breaks down what’s positive, what’s missing and what must happen next.

Read it here 👉https://rebrand.ly/yxg1asu
Cover page of the Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI) brief on Ireland’s National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People. The DFI logo appears in the centre, with the title in bold blue text above and “November 2025” below. Along the bottom is a colourful illustration of diverse people, including wheelchair users, a person with a guide cane, and others walking together, representing inclusion and diversity.
November 7, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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We’re proud to support #AdultSafeguardingDay 2025, led by
Safeguarding Ireland.

This year’s theme is Rights and Assisted Decision-Making to making sure everyone’s voice is respected and supported.

Find out more: bit.ly/3WLzw8j
A woman using a wheelchair sits at a computer, wearing glasses and a green jumper. Text on the image reads: “My Voice is my Right. Technology enables me to communicate. Assisted decision-making law means I decide.” Logos at the bottom include Adult Safeguarding Day 7 Nov 2025, HSE, and Safeguarding Ireland.
November 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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💥Our October newsletter highlights include:

🔹 #Budget2026
🔹 Workshop on Poverty & Cost of Disability
🔹 #CountTheCostOfDisability campaign
🔹 Oireachtas Committee on AI
🔹 Donegal CIL’s “Put Us To Work”

📰 Read: bit.ly/48Xo3Kb
A group of adults are gathered around a table in a workshop setting, working on creative projects with magazines, scissors, and glue sticks. One woman in the foreground is holding a large sheet of paper, while others discuss and assemble materials. A man stands at the far end of the table, engaging with participants. The room has brick walls, a whiteboard, and a projector screen in the background.
November 4, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Sr Stanislaus Kennedy.

Sr Stan shone a light on the needs of those pushed to the margins of society,

Ireland has lost a true voice of compassion and conviction. Her tireless advocacy changed lives and inspired generations.
Black-and-white portrait of Sr Stanislaus Kennedy smiling, seated and looking toward the camera.
November 3, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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It’s #Budget Day.

People with disabilities can’t wait for real action.

DFI calls for:

✅€55 Cost of Disability payment
✅ Investment in supports
✅ Multi-annual, sustainable funding for services
✅ Action on poverty and exclusion.

Read our submission: bit.ly/4gTBGMf
Infographic from the Disability Federation of Ireland titled “Budget 2026 – From promises to progress: Deliver the step change for people with disabilities.” It lists six actions the government must take to deliver the promised step change: Tackle disability poverty Invest in disability services Support disabled children and families Make housing accessible Support community and voluntary disability organisations Advance inclusion and participation On the right, there’s an illustration of stacked gold coins with a euro symbol. At the bottom, hashtags read #DeliverTheStepChange and #DisabilityBudget26.
October 7, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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“These payments help me live a better life, they’re very important.” John Doyle

Cutting disability supports in #Budget2026 without replacement would take away essentials from people like John. That’s not spare cash, it’s what keeps life going.

Read more: bit.ly/4gTBGMf
October 3, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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📢 The NDA is inviting people to take part in the evaluation of the HSE Personalised Budgets Demonstration Project.

If you're a current budget holder in the project, if you've applied or if you withdrew prior to applying, please contact: [email protected] to participate.
Logo of the National Disability Authority (NDA). The letters “NDA” are in large pink and black text above the bilingual name in Irish and English: “Údarás Náisiúnta Míchumais / National Disability Authority.”
September 30, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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🚨Just one day to go until #MakeWayDay25!

Tomorrow, people will be highlighting the everyday obstacles that block access for disabled people to our streets and footpaths.

Friday, 26 September
Share what you see using #MakeWayDay25
Learn more: makewayday.com
Green background with the Make Way Day logo: a white hand with a wheelchair user symbol in the palm. Text reads: “MakeWayDay.com. One day to go! Tomorrow is #MakeWayDay25 www.makewayday.com” .
September 25, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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Our September newsletter spotlights:

💠 National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025–2030
💠 Budget 2026
💠 Make Way Day 25
💠 Disability and AI
💠 Policy updates, events and more.

📰 Read newsletter: bit.ly/3W2iC4K
📥 Subscribe: bit.ly/432FeXP
A group of people gathered outside Galway City Council holding “Make Way Day” signs, including the Mayor wearing a chain of office, a Garda officer, and campaign supporters. A guide dog is standing at the front.
September 23, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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🚨 One Week to Go! 🚨

Friday 26 September is #MakeWayDay25

We remind everyone that small obstacles create big barriers for people with disabilities.

If you spot obstacles in your community, share photos/videos to #MakeWayDay25.

Learn more: lnkd.in/ekFV_fk
Green graphic with white text and logo. At the top, it reads: “One Week Countdown to #MakeWayDay25 on Friday 26 September 2025.” The central logo shows a raised hand with a wheelchair symbol inside the palm and the words “Make Way Day.com” beside it. Beneath the logo, it says: “Make way on our streets for people with disabilities!” At the bottom: “www.makewayday.com #MakeWayDay25.”
September 19, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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Take action for #Budget26!

Our Budget 2026 toolkit makes it easy to contact TDs, with ready-made messages and every TD’s X handle.

We’re calling for a Cost of Disability Payment, fair funding and equality-proofing.

👉 bit.ly/3Kq3dIY

#DeliverTheStepChange
Cover image for the Disability Federation of Ireland’s Budget 2026 Communications Toolkit. The DFI logo is centred, with the title above and ‘Budget 2026’ below. A row of colourful silhouettes of people with different disabilities is shown across the bottom — including figures using a white cane, rollator, wheelchair, crutches, a parent with a child, and a person pushing another in a wheelchair.
September 17, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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👩‍🦼Hey, this blocks my way!

Make Way Day is on Friday 26 September!

Obstacles like bins, bikes, and parked cars can block paths and obstruct people with disabilities.

That's why we're calling on everyone to get involved this #MakeWayDay25

Find out more: bit.ly/3Ia7K1F
Green background graphic with white text and logo. At the top it reads: “Save the Date #MakeWayDay 25 on Friday 26 September 2025.” In the center is the Make Way Day logo: a raised hand with a wheelchair user icon inside the palm, next to the words “Make Way Day.com.” Below, text reads: “Make way on our streets for people with disabilities!” At the bottom: “www.makewayday.com #MakeWayDay25.”
September 15, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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📢 Have your say on Ireland’s new National Obesity Strategy.

The Department of Health wants your views to help shape a new strategy to support healthier living, prevention, and treatment.

Closes: 18 September 2025

🔗 Take part here: bit.ly/45xCGjN
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August 14, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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New report by @belong-to.bsky.social‬ and
@tcddublin.bsky.social highlights the intersection of disability, gender, and sexual orientation. 70% of LGBTQI+ individuals report a disability, with higher rates of mental distress.

Read more: bit.ly/3HiGzBk
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August 11, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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📢 Our July newsletter is out now!

Spotlight on:

✅ Pre-Budget Submission 26
✅ Alternative UN CRPD review
✅ Oireachtas Committee input
✅ Diversity and inclusion

Stay informed 👉 bit.ly/4ff5F0u
Subscribe 👉 bit.ly/432FeXP
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July 30, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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We’ve launched our Pre-Budget Submission 2026.

The new Programme for Government promised a new era for disabled people. 2026 must be the moment they Deliver the Step Change.

Read our pre-Budget submission: bit.ly/4ly5Cze

#DeliverTheStepChange #DisabilityBudget26
July 16, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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Help shape our sector.

The government is developing a new strategy for our sector.

Let’s make sure it delivers:

✅ Sustainable funding
✅ Cross-government collaboration
✅ Integrated working
✅ Stronger social cohesion.

Deadline: 15 Aug
Take part: bit.ly/46oaq5m
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July 4, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Make a real difference in a young person’s life.

@YAPIreland
is hiring advocates in Louth, Meath, Monaghan, Limerick and more.

€16.52/hr | Flexible, meaningful work.

Apply by 6 July 👉 bit.ly/4l6ckvR
Poster for job: https://bit.ly/4l6ckvR
June 30, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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From tomorrow, key products and services in the EU must be accessible under the European Accessibility Act.

This is a big step, but not the finish line.
We’re improving our own digital services to align with standards and best practices.

Read more: bit.ly/4lxcixc
A white digital accessibility logo with white text reading 'European Accessibility Act 2025 on a dark blue background.
June 27, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Jacqui Browne, a fearless advocate and lifelong champion for disability rights.

Her voice inspired change and her legacy will live on.

Rest in peace Jacqui.
A photo of the late disability activist Jacqui Browne.
June 25, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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🏳️‍🌈 As Pride Month draws to a close, we want to take a moment to acknowledge the visibility, dignity and rights of all disabled LGBTQIA+ people and the wider LGBTQIA+ community. Happy Pride.
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June 25, 2025 at 8:56 AM
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A UN CRPD Alternative Report for Ireland was compiled by six leading disability organisations

Findings:
Housing crisis is locking people out
PA supports stretched
Poverty & Cost of Disability rising
Lowest disability employment rate in the EU

Read more: bit.ly/3HWML1N
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June 24, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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DFI's June Newsletter is here!

Spotlight on:

🔹 CRPD panel at our AGM
🔹 DFI at UN COSP & Economic Dialogue
🔹 Member milestones and media impact
🔹 Local to global advocacy

📰 Read: bit.ly/3G1Eau8
📩 Subscribe: bit.ly/432FeXP
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June 23, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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DFI members Westmeath CIL marked 25 years of supporting independent living.

They’ve delivered 1,000+ hours of personal support weekly, empowering disabled people to live with dignity and choice.

Read more: bit.ly/4leL6D6
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June 20, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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Our AGM, looked back on a year of momentum and action.

7 yrs post-ratification, our panel discussion called for urgent UNCRPD implementation and leadership by disabled people.

Disability is on the agenda, let’s keep it there.

Read our annual report: bit.ly/4jYURo0
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June 20, 2025 at 10:07 AM